News Bulletin of 28 September 2025, 11am

Unisa wins two prestigious awards for research excellence
The University of South Africa has been recognized for its research excellence, winning two awards from the Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association.
Unisa took home the Organisational Excellence in Research Management and Early Career Excellence in Research Management awards, marking its second win in the organisational category.
The university’s Professor Les Labuschagne says the recognition reflects the Department of Research, Innovation and Commercialisation team's dedication and hard work.
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Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2025 gets underway next week
The Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2025 will bring together over 2,000 global mobility leaders to drive sustainable, tech-enabled solutions in the transport sector.
This will take place from Tuesday to Thursday at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
Africa's mobility revolution is set to gain momentum at the summit, where industry leaders will showcase the latest innovations in new energy vehicles, public transport, and share expert insights.
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National Prayer Day hosted for the men and women in blue
The South African Police Service on Friday hosted its annual National Prayer Day in Soweto as part of Police Safety Month.
The event seeks to honour fallen officers, pray for the safety and courage of serving members.
The initiative will be observed across all nine provinces.
National Police Spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe:
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music teacher, Monde Msutwana recognised as a contributing composer on a Grammy-winning album
Talented music teacher, Monde Msutwana, has been recognised as a contributing composer on a Grammy-winning album.
The recognition places Msutwana among the ranks of internationally acclaimed musicians and composers.
His credits include work with some of South Africa’s most celebrated artists, such as Hugh Masekela, Vusi Mahlasela, Lira, and Judith Sephuma.
He says being recognised as a contributing composer on a Grammy-winning album means that the work he has been putting in throughout the years has paid off.
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